Your LinkedIn URL is in your profile header, and you can copy it in seconds

Your LinkedIn URL is the web address that points directly to your profile. It looks like linkedin.com/in/yourname or linkedin.com/in/yourname123. You can find it at the top of your profile page, and you can share it with employers, clients, or anyone who wants to view your professional information without searching for you by name.

LinkedIn assigns you a default URL when you create an account, but you can customize it to make it shorter and easier to remember. Whether you use the default or a custom version, the URL is always visible and always public — anyone with the link can see your profile unless you have changed your privacy settings.

Key Takeaways

  • Your LinkedIn URL appears in your profile header and starts with linkedin.com/in/ followed by your name or a custom identifier.
  • You can copy your URL directly from your profile or from the "Edit public profile" section without needing to type it out.
  • LinkedIn gives you a custom URL option that replaces the default numbers and characters with something easier to share.
  • Your profile URL is public by default, so anyone with the link can view your profile information unless you restrict visibility in settings.

How to find your URL on your profile page

Open LinkedIn and go to your profile by clicking your profile photo in the top right corner, then select "View profile." At the top of your profile, just below your name and headline, you will see your URL displayed. On a desktop, it appears as a clickable link. On a phone, you may need to scroll up slightly to see it clearly.

To copy the URL, click or tap on it directly. Most browsers will automatically select and copy the link when you do this. If that does not work, right-click the URL (or long-press on a phone) and select "Copy link" from the menu. You can then paste it into an email, message, or document.

How to find your URL in edit mode

If you want to see your URL while editing your profile, click the "Edit public profile" button (usually a pencil icon near your profile photo). This opens a view where you can see your URL in the top section. You do not need to make any changes — you are just viewing the information. The URL appears as a clickable link that you can copy the same way.

This method is useful if you want to check your URL while you are already making other profile changes, or if you want to see it alongside your other public information to understand what others see when they visit your profile.

Understanding your default URL versus a custom URL

When you first create a LinkedIn account, the platform assigns you a default URL that includes numbers or extra characters, like linkedin.com/in/john-smith-12345678. This works perfectly fine, but it is long and hard to remember. LinkedIn allows you to create a custom URL that is shorter and more professional, like linkedin.com/in/johnsmith.

To customize your URL, go to your profile settings and look for the "Edit public profile" option. Near the top, you will see your current URL with an "Edit" button next to it. Click that button and type in the custom name you want. LinkedIn will tell you if that name is already taken. You can change your custom URL up to five times, though LinkedIn may limit how often you can change it if you switch frequently.

What information is visible through your LinkedIn URL

When someone visits your LinkedIn URL, they see your public profile. This includes your name, headline, profile photo, work history, education, skills, and any posts or articles you have marked as public. It does not include your email address, phone number, or any information you have marked as private in your settings.

Your profile visibility depends on your privacy settings. By default, your profile is public and searchable. If you want to limit who can see your profile, you can change your settings to "Private" (visible only to people you are connected with) or "Semi-private" (visible to logged-in members only). These settings do not change your URL — they only change who can see the information when they visit it.

Sharing your LinkedIn URL safely

Your LinkedIn URL is safe to share publicly. It does not expose sensitive information like your password, email, or phone number. You can include it in your email signature, on your resume, on your website, or in your social media bios without risk. People who click the link will only see what you have chosen to make public.

If you are concerned about who can see your profile, review your privacy settings before sharing your URL widely. You can restrict visibility to logged-in members only, which means people without a LinkedIn account cannot see your profile even if they have the link. This is a good option if you work in a field where you want to limit visibility to professionals already on the platform.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I change my LinkedIn URL after I create it?

Yes. You can customize your URL up to five times, though LinkedIn may restrict how often you can change it if you switch too frequently. Go to your profile, click "Edit public profile," and look for the URL edit option at the top. Type in the new custom name you want and save the change.

What happens to my old URL if I change it?

Your old URL stops working once you change it. Anyone who has the old link will see an error or be redirected to your new profile URL. This is why you should update your email signature and resume if you change your URL, so people can still find you with the new link.

Is my LinkedIn URL the same as my profile ID?

No. Your URL is the human-readable web address (like linkedin.com/in/johnsmith). Your profile ID is a number LinkedIn uses internally. The URL is what you share with others; the ID is what the system uses behind the scenes.

Can I make my LinkedIn URL private?

Your URL itself cannot be private, but you can restrict who sees your profile when they visit it. Change your profile visibility to "Private" or "Semi-private" in your settings. People with the link will still reach your profile page, but they will only see your information if they meet your visibility requirements.

What if someone else has the custom URL I want?

LinkedIn will tell you the name is taken when you try to claim it. You will need to choose a different custom URL. Try adding a middle initial, a number, or a variation of your name that is still professional and straightforward to remember.